004 - Why I Never Sit Down and the Magic of a Standing Desk




The 5 AM Miracle: Healthy Productivity for High Achievers show

Summary: Sitting will kill you. In fact, it's killing you right now. But, here's the good news: you can save your life with one simple change. In today's episode of <a href="https://www.jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/">The 5 AM Miracle Podcast</a> I discuss why I never sit down and the power of a standing desk.<br><br>I have been standing all day, every day for over a year and the results are impressive. From increased energy to decreased chances of a heart attack – standing all day could revolutionize how you work and live.<br><br><strong>The Tip of the Week<br></strong><br>Today’s tip is the best magazine for personal development and long-term growth.<ul><li> <a href="https://www.jeffsanders.com/success">SUCCESS Magazine</a> [blog post]</li></ul><strong>Featured Content<br></strong><br>In this episode, I <strong>discuss why sitting is killing you and how a standing desk could be the best solution</strong>.<ol> <li> <strong>Why Sitting is Killing You</strong><ol> <li>Increases likelihood of death by 40%</li> <li>Makes you fat</li> <li>Start damaging your body immediately</li> <li>Twice as likely to have a heart attack if you sit at work</li> </ol> </li> <li> <strong>How to Build a Standing Desk</strong><ol> <li>@ Work</li> <li>@ Home</li> </ol> </li> <li> <strong>6 Benefits of a Standing Desk</strong><ol> <li>More Energy</li> <li>More Productivity</li> <li>More Space</li> <li>Better Posture</li> <li>Easier to Maneuver</li> <li>Better Digestion</li> </ol> </li> </ol><strong>Resources Mentioned in the Show</strong><ol> <li> <a href="https://visual.ly/sitting-killing-you">Sitting is Killing You</a> [Infographic]</li> <li> <a href="https://michaelhyatt.com/why-sitting-is-killing-you.html">MichaelHyatt.com</a> [blog post]</li> <li> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000PTO8MW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B000PTO8MW&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=gradandclue-20">Standing Mat</a> [amazon affiliate link]</li> <li> <a href="https://www.jeffsanders.com/7-amazing-benefits-of-a-standing-desk/">7 Amazing Benefits of a Standing Desk</a> [blog post]</li> <li> <a href="https://www.jeffsanders.com/how-i-custom-built-my-standing-desk/">How I Custom-Built My Standing Desk</a> [blog post]</li> <li> <a href="https://www.jeffsanders.com/graduated-and-clueless/">Graduated and Clueless</a> [eBook + Audiobook]</li> </ol><strong>Announcements</strong><ol> <li>If you would like to write a guest post for my blog, check out the <a href="https://www.jeffsanders.com/guest-post-guidelines/">Guest Post Guidelines</a>.</li> <li>If you are preparing to transform your diet, run your first marathon, or make stellar progress towards your biggest goal, check out <a href="https://www.jeffsanders.com/coaching/">AmbitiousCoaching.com</a>. Ambitious Coaching is my personal coaching program where I can help you work towards your life's biggest goals. We can work together in person here in Nashville, or online if you live anywhere around the globe with an internet connection. I look forward to working with you!</li> <li>Next week's episode will be on the topic of<strong> 3 Habits to Adopt for a Powerful Morning Ritual</strong>.</li> </ol><strong>Your Feedback<br></strong><br>If you enjoyed the show, please <a href="https://www.jeffsanders.com/itunes/">rate my podcast in iTunes</a> and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch!<br><br><strong><em>Question: Do you currently eat a vegan diet or are you considering one? Let me know in the comments below.<br></em></strong><br><br><br><br><br>